1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1983 Ford Fairlane is newer by 2 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fairlane (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 814 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, 1983 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
