1997 Tatra T700 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1997 Tatra T700 is newer by 17 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 1025 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, 1997 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Tatra T700 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Tatra | Toyota |
| Model | T700 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
