1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 855 kg more than 1982 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 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2510 mm |
