1986 Audi Coupe vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1986 Audi Coupe is newer by 18 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 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi Coupe (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 5 kg more than 1986 Audi Coupe.
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, 1986 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, 1986 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi Coupe | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Corona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1857 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
