1977 Audi 100 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Audi 100 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
