2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 32 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 247 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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, 2005 Opel Corsa, 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Corsa | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Corsa | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |