2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent 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 1,452 cc, 1980 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 295 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, 1980 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Accent | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Accent | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |