2008 Audi A5 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 28 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 795 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, 2008 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A5 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
