1991 Audi S2 vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi S2 weights approximately 605 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 S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S2 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
