2002 Opel Agila vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Opel Agila is newer by 24 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Opel Agila. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Opel Agila. 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, 2002 Opel Agila, 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 (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Agila. (89 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Agila | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Agila | Corona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |
