1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 850 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 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 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 A8 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Corona | A8 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2992 mm |