2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lotus Exige (237 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Exige | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
