2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 258 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 922 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
