1972 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Audi S5

To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Toyota Corona 2010 Audi S5
Make Toyota Audi
Model Corona S5
Year Released 1972 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 82 HP 333 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 905 kg 1955 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4625 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1384 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 64 L


 

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