2007 Audi A8 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 27 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 1130 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, 2007 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
