1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1595 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 Ford E-250 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corsa | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 4600 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3505 mm |
