2003 Opel Combo vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Opel Combo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corona (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Combo weights approximately 215 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Because 1981 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 1981 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Combo, 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, 1981 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Combo | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Combo | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1200 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
