2005 Honda NSX vs. 1989 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1989 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 675 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 Honda NSX 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 2005 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2005 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 1989 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | NSX | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
