2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 560 kg more than 1978 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | FJ Cruiser | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
