1981 Audi UR vs. 1962 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 310 kg more than 1962 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR 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, 1981 Audi UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Audi UR 1962 Toyota Corona
Make Audi Toyota
Model UR Corona
Year Released 1981 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2144 cc 997 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 68 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 65 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.0:1 22.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 75 L