1988 Opel Corsa vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 21 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 532 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 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa. 2009 Toyota Sienna 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. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Opel Corsa | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Corsa | Sienna |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3040 mm |