1990 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Audi 80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 80 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1985 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Toyota Corolla (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 80 | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
