1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 675 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 Mazda 5 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Corsa | 5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1560 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |
