1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2010 Renault Modus
To start off, 2010 Renault Modus 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 1,452 cc, 1980 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Modus (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Modus weights approximately 349 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 Renault Modus (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2010 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Modus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1390 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
