2001 Opel Corsa vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa, 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Corsa | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Corsa | Corona |
Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |