1991 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 930 kg more than 1991 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Corolla | Antara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
