1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 32 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1975 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corsa | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 5998 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 4250 mm |
