2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1988 Opel Corsa

To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 361 kg more than 1988 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Corsa 1988 Opel Corsa
Make Opel Opel
Model Corsa Corsa
Year Released 2005 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 69 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 69.6 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 165 km/hour 188 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1181 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 3630 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.5 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 44 L 70 L


 

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