1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Corolla | R8 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2649 mm |