2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 400 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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 (161 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1997 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Corsa | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
