1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 900 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 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2446 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
