1982 Opel Corsa vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Crown (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (54 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Crown weights approximately 515 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 1969 Toyota Crown 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 1969 Toyota Crown. 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, 1969 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Crown |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
