1982 Opel Corsa vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (54 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 245 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1968 Toyota Corona (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Corona |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1857 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
