2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 105 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.
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, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (146 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
