2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 300 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.
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, 1984 Pontiac 6000 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Corsa | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1229 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
