2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1239 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Defender | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
