1970 Toyota Crown vs. 1976 Audi 80
To start off, 1976 Audi 80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Crown (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Crown weights approximately 378 kg more than 1976 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1970 Toyota Crown (172 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Crown | 1976 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Crown | 80 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
