2009 Opel Corsa vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 83 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928.
Because 1990 Porsche 928 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 1990 Porsche 928. 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Opel Corsa | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Corsa | 928 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |