2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1989 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 605 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 449 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, 1989 Peugeot 605 (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1989 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 605 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1229 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
