2002 Dodge Neon vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2002 Dodge Neon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Neon (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Neon weights approximately 391 kg more than 1980 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 Dodge Neon (304 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Neon | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Neon | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
