1998 Opel Meriva vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa

To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 560 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1998 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Opel Meriva 1980 Toyota Corsa
Make Opel Toyota
Model Meriva Corsa
Year Released 1998 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 1452 cc
Horse Power 99 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 815 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2510 mm


 

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