1990 Audi 100 vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 100 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1990 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (132 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
