2004 Audi A4 vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 589 kg more than 1981 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, 2004 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
