2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 930 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Corsa | 930 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
