1996 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 604 kg more than 1981 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, 1996 Audi A6 (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |