1995 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1995 Audi A4 is newer by 17 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A4 weights approximately 225 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, 1995 Audi A4, 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, 1995 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
