1987 Audi Coupe vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Audi Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 376 kg more than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Because 1979 Toyota Crown 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 1979 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown. 1979 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1987 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1987 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Audi Coupe | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Coupe | Crown |
Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |