1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Bentley Azure is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP) has 339 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (110 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 1996 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bentley Azure | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Azure | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2440 mm |
