1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1980 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Meriva (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Opel Meriva (175 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1398 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
