2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1978 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 155 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 1978 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 1978 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa. 1978 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Corsa 1978 Toyota Corona
Make Opel Toyota
Model Corsa Corona
Year Released 2005 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 998 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73.4 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.6 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 935 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 44 L 60 L


 

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