1983 Toyota Corsa vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 24 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 1,452 cc, 1983 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 305 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corsa | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1362 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
