2003 Opel Corsa vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 230 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Corsa | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
