2000 Toyota Opa vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Opa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Opa would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Opa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Opa (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Opa should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Opa weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Opa. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Opa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Opa | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Opa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
