2003 Opel Vectra vs. 1967 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,169 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 840 kg more than 1967 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Toyota Corolla 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 1967 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra, 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 1967 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2169 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
