2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1995 Rover 214
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 214. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 214 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 214 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 214 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 214 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 214 weights approximately 96 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, 1995 Rover 214 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 214 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1995 Rover 214 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Corsa | 214 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |
