2001 Acura NSX vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 20 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
