1996 Audi RS2 vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi RS2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi RS2 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi RS2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi RS2 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2010 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Audi RS2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 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, 1996 Audi RS2 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Corolla. 2010 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi RS2 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi RS2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1996 Audi RS2 2010 Toyota Corolla
Make Audi Toyota
Model RS2 Corolla
Year Released 1996 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2226 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 311 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1245 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4539 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1466 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2601 mm