1987 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1987 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 914 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.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 2012 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Opel Corsa | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Corsa | Hilux |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |