2009 Opel Corsa vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corona (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1983 Toyota Corona (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa. 1983 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Corsa | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
