1979 Toyota Corsa vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 743 kg more than 1979 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, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Corsa | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
Model | Corsa | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1450 cc | 2146 cc |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |