2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 725 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 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Corsa 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Opel Toyota
Model Corsa Land Cruiser
Year Released 2005 1987
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 998 cc 2446 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73.4 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.6 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 935 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2320 mm


 

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