2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1982 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Santana (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Corsa (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1982 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Santana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |
