1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 1983 BMW 325
To start off, 1983 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 325 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1980 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, 1983 BMW 325 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 1983 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corsa | 325 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2494 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
