1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corsa | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |
