1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 22 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 585 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1994 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
