1981 Toyota Corsa vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 914 kg more than 1981 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Corsa | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corsa | A4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2809 mm |
