1976 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Toyota Crown
To start off, both 1976 Audi 100 and 1976 Toyota Crown were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Crown weights approximately 180 kg more than 1976 Audi 100.
Because 1976 Toyota Crown 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 1976 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100, 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, 1976 Audi 100 (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Crown. 1976 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1976 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1976 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Audi 100 | 1976 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 100 | Crown |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2142 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |