1986 Opel Corsa vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1975 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Corsa. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Corsa | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
