1985 Audi 100 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 100 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 100 | Corona |
Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |