2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1680 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Toyota |
| Model | Phantom | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2495 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2510 mm |
