1980 Audi Sport vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Sport weights approximately 130 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Sport | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2380 mm |
