1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4, 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, 2006 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (129 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 2006 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Corolla | 2006 Audi A4 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Corolla | A4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |