1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 855 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 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2001 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
