1981 Toyota Corsa vs. 2007 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Ford Falcon is newer by 26 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Falcon weights approximately 714 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, 2007 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Corsa | 2007 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corsa | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3984 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
