1986 Audi 90 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 3 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 90 weights approximately 165 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 90 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 90 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
