2004 Scion tC vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2004 Scion tC is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Scion tC (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Scion tC weights approximately 505 kg more than 1979 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 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Scion tC | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Scion | Toyota |
| Model | tC | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
