1997 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 16 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 564 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, 1997 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
