2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440.
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, 2007 Opel Corsa (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | 440 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 48 L |
