2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 948 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Liberty | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
