1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 1974 Audi 80
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 138 kg more than 1974 Audi 80. 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 Toyota Corolla (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 1974 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corolla | 80 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
