2008 Audi R8 vs. 1988 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1988 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi R8 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1988 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
