2001 Toyota Corolla vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 409 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Corolla | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
