2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1989 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 639 kg more than 1989 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 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i30 | 1989 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | i30 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |