1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1217 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Toyota Corsa | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Corsa | Quest |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3500 cc |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3000 mm |