1978 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 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. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 320 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100. 2006 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. 2006 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
