1999 Audi A4 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 201 kg more than 1993 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
