1998 Audi A6 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,225 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6, 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, 1998 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2225 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
