2009 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1992 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 359 kg more than 1992 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 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Corsa. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1992 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1992 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1992 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
