1971 Audi 100 vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corona weights approximately 160 kg more than 1971 Audi 100.
Because 1974 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 1974 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100, 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, 1974 Toyota Corona (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
