1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Toyota Previa is newer by 15 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (45 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Previa weights approximately 755 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, 2003 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa. 2003 Toyota Previa has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Previa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Previa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2900 mm |
