2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1980 Audi 4000
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Because 1980 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 4000 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (241 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 4000. 1980 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1980 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Corsa | 4000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
