2003 Audi LeMans vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2003 Audi LeMans is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Audi LeMans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi LeMans (601 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 533 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi LeMans weights approximately 715 kg more than 1979 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 LeMans (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi LeMans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi LeMans | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | LeMans | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 601 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
