1995 Audi S6 vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1995 Audi S6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,226 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi S6 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi S6 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi S6 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 S6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi S6 | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S6 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
