1994 Dodge Stratus vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1994 Dodge Stratus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Stratus (129 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 535 kg more than 1980 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, 1994 Dodge Stratus (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Stratus | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Stratus | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
