1987 Audi 90 vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1987 Audi 90 is newer by 19 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 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 90 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 90 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 90 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 90 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 90 | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 90 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
