1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saturn Vue weights approximately 920 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 Saturn Vue (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Toyota | Saturn |
| Model | Corsa | Vue |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3490 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1735 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 |
