2009 Audi A4 vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1981 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, 2009 Audi A4 (351 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
