2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 28 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1604 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tahoe | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
