2000 Audi S8 vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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 S8 (583 Nm) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi S8 | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S8 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 77 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |