1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 560 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 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 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 2009 Toyota RAV4
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Corsa RAV4
Year Released 1980 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1452 cc 3545 cc
Horse Power 68 HP 269 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 334 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 815 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2670 mm