1998 Opel Corsa vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Opel Corsa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corona (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corona weights approximately 151 kg more than 1998 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1983 Toyota Corona (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Corsa | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Corsa | Corona |
Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 973 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |