1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Coupe weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Because 1972 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 1972 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe, 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, 1984 Audi Coupe (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi Coupe | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Coupe | Corona |
Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1705 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |