2006 Toyota RunX vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX is newer by 27 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RunX weights approximately 540 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, 2006 Toyota RunX (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RunX | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RunX | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
