1982 Toyota Corsa vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 23 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 602 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Passat |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
