Opel Corsa 1990
Repair costs are cheap, relatively simple. A small car with power-assisted steering.
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This generation of Opel Corsa has been produced from January, 1990 to December, 1993. We can provide information about 10 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with front wheel drive.
This Opel is available with seven petrol engines with displacement from 1.0 to 1.6 litres and power of from 45 to 101 horsepower un two diesel engines with displacement 1.5 litres and power of from 50 to 67 horsepower.
The car is available with only with manual gearbox.
Opel Corsa 1990 average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 6.6 to 7.2 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 5 to 5.1 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Opel Corsa 1990 petrol engine version is Opel Corsa 1.0, consuming 6.6 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Opel Corsa 1990 diesel - Opel Corsa 1.5 D for 100 kilometers consumes 5 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, Opel Corsa real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 4 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average the same for petrol engines and +6% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Opel Corsa modification.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 9.5 seconds has Opel Corsa 1.6 GSi version, conversely the tardiest one is Opel Corsa 1.0 reaching this speed only in 19.5 seconds. The maximum top speed is 188 km/h for the 1.6 petrol 4-cylinder 101 hp version (Opel Corsa 1.6 GSi).
Lenght of Opel Corsa is 365 cm, it is small car. Opel Corsa gross weight is from 1215 to 1315 kg (depending on modification), which is approximately the same as the average for cars of this age and class. Opel Corsa trunk space is 270 litres, by folding down all rear seats boot capacity can be increased to 1060 litres.
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Opel Corsa modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
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Opel Corsa 1990 1.0
Jan 1990 — Dec 1992 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.0 Petrol | 45 HP | 6.6 l/100km |
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Opel Corsa 1990 1.2i
Aug 1990 — Mar 1993 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.2 Petrol | 45 HP | 6.8 l/100km |
| Opel Corsa 1990 1.2 S Jan 1990 — Dec 1992 | 1.2 Petrol | 52 HP | 7.1 l/100km |
| Opel Corsa 1990 1.4i Aug 1990 — Mar 1993 | 1.4 Petrol | 60 HP | 6.7 l/100km |
| Opel Corsa 1990 1.4i Jan 1990 — Dec 1992 | 1.4 Petrol | 72 HP | 6.9 l/100km |
| Opel Corsa 1991 1.4i Jan 1991 — Dec 1993 | 1.4 Petrol | 82 HP | 6.8 l/100km |
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Opel Corsa 1990 1.5 D
Aug 1990 — Mar 1993 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.5 Diesel | 50 HP | 5.0 l/100km |
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Opel Corsa 1990 1.5 TD
Aug 1990 — Mar 1993 Most powerfull diesel version (67 HP) |
1.5 Diesel | 67 HP | 5.1 l/100km |
| Opel Corsa 1990 1.6 GSi Jan 1990 — Dec 1992 | 1.6 Petrol | 98 HP | 7.2 l/100km |
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Opel Corsa 1992 1.6 GSi
Jan 1992 — Dec 1993 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.5 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 101 HP | 7.2 l/100km |
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Opel Corsa reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Opel Corsa reliability is little below average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2004 defects were detected in an average of 28.8 percent of Opel Corsa of this generation (on average 13 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 26.9%.
Opel Corsa 1990 features (options)
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Opel Corsa reviews
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Pros: Repair costs are cheap, relatively simple. A small car with power-assisted steering.
Cons: Terrible rust, loud, low ceiling, feels every hole in road.
| Purchase year: | 2014 age of car 19 years) | Owned for | 18`000 kilometers (2 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 8.0 litres per 100km (90% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 200 € (~ 100 € per year) | ||
Would NOT recomend this car to the friend