2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (45 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 629 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 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Cee'd | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1399 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
