1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 143 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra, 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Corona |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
