1989 Audi 100 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 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 34 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
