1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corolla | R8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |
