1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2009 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2009 Holden Captiva is newer by 29 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Holden Captiva weights approximately 1040 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, 2009 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2009 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Corsa | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1990 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
