2003 Opel Vectra vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 380 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 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 (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2252 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
