1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Sonic 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 Sonic | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corsa | Sonic |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1800 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2525 mm |
