1990 Audi 100 vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 100 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
