1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 26 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 540 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1794 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
