1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2002 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 380 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 Volkswagen Bora (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2002 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Bora |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
