2008 Opel Corsa vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 770 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Opel Corsa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 51 L |
