2009 Audi A6 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.

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2009 Audi A6 1987 Toyota Corolla
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Corolla
Year Released 2009 1987
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1295 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 329 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 421 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 70 L