2001 Audi A8 vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2510 mm |
