2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 832 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | CR-V | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 52 L |
