1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 25 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1005 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, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3164 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
