2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota GT1 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Toyota GT1. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota GT1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 345 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota GT1 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 2000 Toyota GT1. 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota GT1. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota GT1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | GT1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |
