1999 Opel Vectra vs. 1962 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 530 kg more than 1962 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Vectra | 1962 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Corona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |