2000 Audi A8 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1987 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, 2000 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
