2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1984 Saab 90
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Saab 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Saab 90 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Saab 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Saab 90 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Saab 90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Saab 90 weights approximately 90 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 Saab 90 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Saab 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1984 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Corsa | 90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
