2004 Opel Vectra vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 31 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 223 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, 2004 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
