2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Frontera (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 845 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.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Corsa | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Corsa | Frontera |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |