2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1994 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1994 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1994 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1994 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | BT-50 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2450 mm |
