1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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 A5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla. 2010 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1974 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1974 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corolla | A5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2751 mm |
