2008 Kia Carens vs. 1990 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 2008 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carens | 1990 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Carens | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |