1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 37 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6, 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, 2012 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Corona | A6 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2911 mm |
