2003 Opel Corsa vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2003 Opel Corsa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Sera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Sera (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Sera weights approximately 1 kg more than 2003 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Toyota Sera (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Sera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Corsa | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Sera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2330 mm |
