1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 409 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 Volkswagen Golf (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Golf |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1594 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
