1981 Toyota Corsa vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 476 kg more than 1981 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Corsa | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Bora |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1982 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
