1999 Audi R8 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 853 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1340 mm |
