2004 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 21 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 275 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, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Prizm | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Prizm | Corsa |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |