2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,794 cc, 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Rover 400. 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, 1997 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1997 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Corsa | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1396 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
