2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,795 cc, 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Sera (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 194 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Sera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1497 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 906 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
