1990 Audi V8 vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Audi V8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi V8 | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | V8 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
