1987 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1987 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 478 kg more than 1987 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Corsa | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
