2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 353 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.
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, 1988 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Corsa | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
