2005 Opel Combo vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Opel Combo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Opel Combo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2005 Opel Combo (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Combo | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Combo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1760 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
