2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 336 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1260 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
