2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1995 Rover 414i
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 414i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 414i would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Rover 414i. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 414i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 414i weights approximately 42 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 414i. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 414i.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1995 Rover 414i | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Corsa | 414i |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
