1998 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 102 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Corsa | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 973 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 45 L |
