2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 320 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |
