1983 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 728 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Corolla | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
