2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1384 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Avalanche | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
