1968 Toyota Corona vs. 1972 Audi 80
To start off, 1972 Audi 80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 33 kg more than 1972 Audi 80.
Because 1968 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 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Audi 80, 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, 1968 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Corona | 1972 Audi 80 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Corona | 80 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |