1994 Audi A8 vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1982 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
