1998 Opel Vectra vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Opel Vectra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Vectra (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Vectra weights approximately 240 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Opel Vectra (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Vectra | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Corona |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |