2004 Chrysler LHS vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2004 Chrysler LHS is newer by 23 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler LHS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler LHS (250 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler LHS weights approximately 813 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, 2004 Chrysler LHS (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler LHS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler LHS | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | LHS | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2510 mm |
