2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa

To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 21 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 580 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Jeep Wrangler 1979 Toyota Corsa
Make Jeep Toyota
Model Wrangler Corsa
Year Released 2000 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2464 cc 1450 cc
Horse Power 123 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 193 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 815 kg
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2510 mm


 

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