1996 Bentley Azure vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Azure 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 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 629 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Azure | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Bentley | Toyota |
Model | Azure | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 50 L |