1981 Toyota Corsa vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 31 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1757 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Corsa | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Corsa | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 5300 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3302 mm |
