1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 33 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 589 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corsa | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2675 mm |
