2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 160 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Corsa | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Corsa | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |