2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 365 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.
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, 1996 Toyota Picnic (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1340 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
