1989 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 1989 Audi 80 and 1989 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (67 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (149 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (129 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80. 1989 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
