2008 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1983 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 75 kg more than 1983 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 Daihatsu YRV (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu YRV | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | YRV | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
