1998 BMW 318 vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,893 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1979 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, 1998 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1893 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
