1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 549 kg more than 1981 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 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Maserati Ghibli | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Ghibli | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
