2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 1985 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1985 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 790 kg more than 1985 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, 2007 Cadillac BLS (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac BLS | 1985 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | BLS | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
