1982 Toyota Corsa vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 710 kg more than 1982 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, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Corsa | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Passat |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 2771 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
