1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos 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 Volkswagen Eos (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 690 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 Volkswagen Eos (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Eos |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1400 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |
