2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 833 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 Hyundai Azera (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Azera | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Azera | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
