1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 1998 Acura RL
To start off, 1998 Acura RL is newer by 18 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura RL weights approximately 860 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, 1998 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 1998 Acura RL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Corsa | RL |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3472 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |
