1978 Audi 100 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. Both 1978 Audi 100 and 2002 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,588 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 5 kg more than 1978 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100. 2002 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1978 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1978 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
