2001 Bentley Azure vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Bentley Azure is newer by 12 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 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Azure (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1525 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 776 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 2001 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Bentley Azure | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Bentley | Toyota |
Model | Azure | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2440 mm |