1983 Toyota Corsa vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1484 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 Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Multivan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3188 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
