1970 Audi Variant vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi Variant weights approximately 145 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Variant | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
