1978 Toyota Corsa vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 869 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corsa | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 5663 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3710 mm |
