1989 Audi 100 vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 21 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 335 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 1968 Toyota Corona 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 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100, 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 100 | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 100 | Corona |
Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1857 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |