1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 23 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Baja (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 765 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, 2003 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Corsa | Baja |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2457 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
