1999 Audi A4 vs. 1991 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1991 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, 1999 Audi A4 (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Corolla. 1999 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1999 Audi A4 1991 Toyota Corolla
Make Audi Toyota
Model A4 Corolla
Year Released 1999 1991
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1295 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1335 kg 925 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 70 L