1993 Opel Corsa vs. 1992 Toyota Century
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1993 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Century weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa. 1992 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1993 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1993 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Corsa | 1992 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Century |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |
