2001 Acura RSX vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RSX weights approximately 407 kg more than 1983 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, 2001 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RSX | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
