1987 Audi 200 vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1987 Audi 200 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,110 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (503 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 200 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 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, 1987 Audi 200 (501 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
