2003 Opel Combo vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2003 Opel Combo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Combo weights approximately 420 kg more than 1983 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, 2003 Opel Combo (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Combo | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Combo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
