1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 30 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 720 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corsa | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
