2008 Opel Corsa vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Model F weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Because 1984 Toyota Model F 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 1984 Toyota Model F. 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, 1984 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Model F |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1363 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |
