1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 38 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), 2013 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 835 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.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 2013 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1975 Toyota Corona | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Corona | A5 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 135 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1383 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |