1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1982 Audi Coupe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi Coupe (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 102 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Because 1980 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Corona (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe. 1980 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1982 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1982 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Corona |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
