2007 Opel Combo vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Opel Combo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Combo weights approximately 190 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Combo, 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Combo. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Combo | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Combo | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |