1983 Toyota Corsa vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 30 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1435 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corsa | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corsa | X5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2933 mm |
