1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2000 Kia Clarus is newer by 20 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Clarus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Clarus weights approximately 415 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, 2000 Kia Clarus (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Corsa | Clarus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1793 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
