1984 Toyota Cressida vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Cressida (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 443 kg more than 1984 Toyota Cressida.
Because 1984 Toyota Cressida 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 1984 Toyota Cressida. 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, 1984 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Toyota Cressida | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Toyota | Opel |
Model | Cressida | Corsa |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |