1982 Opel Corsa vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (54 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 40 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 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1971 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
