1991 Opel Astra vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,450 cc, 1979 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Astra weights approximately 160 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Astra | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
