2003 Opel Vectra vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 605 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota Corona 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 1972 Toyota Corona. 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 (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
