2001 Opel Vectra vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 500 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Opel Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
