1972 Opel Admiral vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Admiral weights approximately 660 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Opel Admiral (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Opel Admiral | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Admiral | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
