1977 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 600 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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 TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Corolla | TT |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2469 mm |