2009 Audi R8 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1980 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
