2000 Audi A8 vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2440 mm |
