1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Corolla | A5 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2751 mm |