1980 Audi 100 vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1980 Audi 100 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 100 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 100 | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2420 mm |
