2002 Acura TL vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2002 Acura TL is newer by 21 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura TL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura TL weights approximately 798 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, 2002 Acura TL (315 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 2002 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
