2009 Opel Corsa vs. 1979 Porsche 924
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 924 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 51 kg more than 1979 Porsche 924.
Because 1979 Porsche 924 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Porsche 924 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Corsa | 1979 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Corsa | 924 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 84 L |
