2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 263 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Rover 200 (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Corsa | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 922 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
