2007 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1991 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1991 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Corsa.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Colorado | 1991 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Colorado | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
