2004 Opel Corsa vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 84 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Corsa | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsa | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
