2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (90 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 911 weights approximately 195 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Corsa | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
