2008 Toyota Highlander vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 569 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Highlander | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Highlander | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3546 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
