1988 Opel Corsa vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 287 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.
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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Opel Corsa | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Corsa | Corolla |
Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |