2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (45 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1988 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
