1996 Opel Vectra vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 263 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Toyota Corona 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 1957 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra, 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Vectra | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Corona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |