1997 Audi A8 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 1997 Audi A8 and 1997 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A8 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A8 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Audi A8 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A8 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |