2008 Opel Corsa vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 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 Opel Corsa (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Corsa | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Corsa | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |