1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 31 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 1135 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, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2011 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Toyota | Aston Martin |
| Model | Corsa | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 5900 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2990 mm |
