2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 136 kg more 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 405 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
