1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 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. Both 1988 Opel Corsa and 2008 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 370 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
