2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 309 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 406 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
