2008 Opel Corsa vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Carina (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
