2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Proton Persona. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 85 kg more than 1993 Proton Persona. 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, 1993 Proton Persona (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1993 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Corsa | Persona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 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 | 1075 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
