1967 Audi Variant vs. 1979 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Audi Variant (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Audi Variant weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Audi Variant (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Audi Variant | 1979 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Variant | Corona |
Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |