2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 19 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1175 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Equus | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
