1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2012 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-Z 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda CR-Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 398 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 Honda CR-Z (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2012 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Corsa | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1500 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1213 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2436 mm |
