1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2001 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2001 Nissan Maxima is newer by 21 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 600 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, 2001 Nissan Maxima (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2001 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corsa | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
