2003 Opel Speedster vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Speedster weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Speedster | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Speedster | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
