2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 26 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 876 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Nitro | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
