1981 Toyota Corsa vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 707 kg more than 1981 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Corsa | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2198 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
