1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Coupe weights approximately 130 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Audi Coupe (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
