2004 Toyota Yaris vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris 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 1,452 cc, 1983 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 305 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 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Yaris | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
