1959 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 885 kg more than 1959 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona. 2010 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1959 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1959 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Toyota Corona | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Corona | Antara |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
