1984 Opel Corsa vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1984 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 555 kg more than 1984 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Corsa. 2003 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1984 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1984 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Opel Corsa | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Corsa | Avensis |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 91.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |