1994 Opel Corsa vs. 1999 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1999 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Opel Corsa. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1994 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota RAV4 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, 1999 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Corsa. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Opel Corsa | 1999 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Corsa | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |