1983 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2012 Audi A5, 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, 2012 Audi A5 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Corolla | A5 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |