1988 Audi V8 vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1988 Audi V8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 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 V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | V8 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
