2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1986 Subaru XT

To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 143 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, 1986 Subaru XT (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.

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2007 Opel Corsa 1986 Subaru XT
Make Opel Subaru
Model Corsa XT
Year Released 2007 1986
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1246 cc 2672 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 69 HP 147 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 211 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 69.6 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 67 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.5:1
Top Speed 165 km/hour 210 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1135 kg 1278 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 44 L 60 L