2008 Acura TSX vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Acura TSX is newer by 27 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TSX weights approximately 634 kg more than 1981 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, 2008 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TSX | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TSX | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
