1981 Toyota Corsa vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 514 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Corsa | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
