1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 20 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), 1988 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 264 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 1988 Audi Coupe 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, 1988 Audi Coupe 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Corona |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1858 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
