2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 944 (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 944 weights approximately 170 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 1989 Porsche 944 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 1989 Porsche 944. 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, 1989 Porsche 944 (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Corsa | 944 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
