1981 Audi 100 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 100 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 100 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1010 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |