1989 Audi V8 vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1989 Audi V8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Audi V8 1969 Toyota Corolla
Make Audi Toyota
Model V8 Corolla
Year Released 1989 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3562 cc 1068 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 251 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 85 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 61 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 9.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1710 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2290 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 70 L