1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 554 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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2651 mm |
