1996 Audi S6 vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 824 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
