2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SL would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Saturn SL weights approximately 80 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, 1995 Saturn SL (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1995 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Opel | Saturn |
| Model | Corsa | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1055 kg |
