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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corona (97 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 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 2366 cc 1389 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 97 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1165 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


 

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