2008 Opel Corsa vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Opel Vectra (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1363 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
