2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 125 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Vauxhall Chevette 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 Vauxhall Chevette. 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1980 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
