1980 Toyota Corona vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Because 1980 Toyota Corona 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 1980 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1980 Toyota Corona (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Toyota Corona | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Toyota | Opel |
Model | Corona | Corsa |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 44 L |