1980 Audi Sport vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corona weights approximately 200 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona. 1974 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Sport | Corona |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
