1994 Audi A8 vs. 1958 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 784 kg more than 1958 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 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 A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Corona. 1994 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1958 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1958 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 1958 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
