1986 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corolla | A3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
