1991 Audi 100 vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 658 kg more than 1979 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, 1991 Audi 100 (265 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
