2005 Opel Combo vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Opel Combo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Combo weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla. 1998 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Combo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Combo | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Combo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
