1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Audi S3
To start off, 2010 Audi S3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S3 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S3 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 S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 2010 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corona | S3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
