2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 502 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | HR-V | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
