2009 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1990 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 1990 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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
