2000 Audi A2 vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Audi A2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Audi A2. 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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A2. 1989 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A2 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A2 | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A2 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
