1998 Audi A6 vs. 1962 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Corona.
Because 1998 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Audi A6 (271 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1962 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
