2008 Audi S4 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
