1995 Audi A6 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 1975 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1995 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1995 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Audi A6 1975 Toyota Corona
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Corona
Year Released 1995 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 286 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2510 mm