1981 Audi 100 vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1981 Audi 100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
