2004 Opel Corsa vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Corsa weights approximately 98 kg more than 1985 Porsche 930.
Because 1985 Porsche 930 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 1985 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1985 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Corsa | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Corsa | 930 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |