2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1972 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo P 1800 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Volvo P 1800 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 1972 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1972 Volvo P 1800 (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1972 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
