2000 Toyota Avensis vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 504 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, 2000 Toyota Avensis (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Avensis | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
