2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica.
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, 2007 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
