2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 390 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1996 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Corsa | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Corsa | Today |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |