2001 Opel Corsa vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa. 2001 Opel Corsa has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |
