1992 Opel Corsa vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 585 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (203 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Corsa | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
