2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 249 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 Hyundai Veracruz (349 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Veracruz | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
