1994 Audi A6 vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Corona |
Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |