2005 BMW X5 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 22 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 1355 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
