1981 Toyota Corsa vs. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 29 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 894 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, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Corsa | 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corsa | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2858 mm |
