2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 82 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Because 1980 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 1980 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, 1980 Toyota Corona (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa. 1980 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. 1980 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Corsa | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Corsa | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |