2005 BMW X3 vs. 1989 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 BMW X3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X3 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1989 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1989 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 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, 2005 BMW X3 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X3 | 1989 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | X3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
