2002 Toyota Caldina vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 670 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 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Caldina | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Caldina | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
