2009 Audi TT vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (149 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi TT | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | TT | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3188 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |