1988 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,830 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 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, 1988 Toyota Camry (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Camry | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Camry | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1830 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
