1983 Opel Corsa vs. 1998 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1998 Toyota Paseo is newer by 15 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 150 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, 1998 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Corsa | 1998 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2390 mm |
