1998 Opel Speedster vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster 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, 1998 Opel Speedster (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corona weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1998 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona. 1983 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Speedster | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Speedster | Corona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
