2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (192 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 930 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (353 Nm @ 1980 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Corsa | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Corsa | 930 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1203 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |