1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 190 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, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (152 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 1991 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Golf |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
