2008 Audi S8 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 2008 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
