2009 SsangYong Kyron vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 29 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1108 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Kyron | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Kyron | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
