1992 Opel Corsa vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1992 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 245 kg more than 1992 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Opel Corsa | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Corsa | Corolla |
Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |