1998 Buick Regal vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1998 Buick Regal is newer by 18 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Regal weights approximately 679 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, 1998 Buick Regal (312 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Regal | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
