1983 Opel Corsa vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Corolla (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 160 kg more than 1983 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Toyota Corolla (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Corsa | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
