1970 Audi Variant vs. 1986 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1986 Toyota Crown is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Crown (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Crown weights approximately 200 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Crown 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 1986 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1986 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1986 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Variant | Crown |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
