1982 Opel Corsa vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (54 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Celica weights approximately 430 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 1986 Toyota Celica 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 1986 Toyota Celica. 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, 1986 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Celica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| 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 | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
