1983 Toyota Corsa vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 23 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 475 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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corsa | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1595 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
