1992 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Toyota Previa is newer by 16 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1992 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 1005 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, 2008 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Corsa | 2008 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Previa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
