1991 Audi 80 vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1991 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 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, 2011 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (167 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80. 2011 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1991 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1991 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
