1991 Audi S2 vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 is newer by 12 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi S2 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 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, 1991 Audi S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S2 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
