1988 Opel Corsa vs. 1956 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Toyota Crown (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (45 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Toyota Crown weights approximately 480 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Toyota Crown 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 1956 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1956 Toyota Crown (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1956 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Opel Corsa | 1956 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Corsa | Crown |
Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2540 mm |