2004 Noble M12 vs. 1986 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Noble M12 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1986 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Noble M12 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1986 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Noble M12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Noble M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Noble M12 (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Corsa. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Noble M12 | 1986 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Noble | Opel |
| Model | M12 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
