2001 Opel Frogster vs. 1975 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2001 Opel Frogster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 298 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona.

Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frogster, 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Opel Frogster 1975 Toyota Corona
Make Opel Toyota
Model Frogster Corona
Year Released 2001 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 973 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 87 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72.6 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.6 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 3720 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2510 mm


 

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