1983 Audi 80 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 1983 Audi 80 and 1983 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 40 kg more than 1983 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 1983 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80, 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Audi 80 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 80 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |