2003 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1980 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, 2003 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
