1983 Toyota Corsa vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 485 kg more than 1983 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (202 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corsa | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Golf |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
