2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 470 kg more than 1980 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 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Patrol | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
