2000 Audi A8 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 25 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 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 510 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 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8, 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, 2000 Audi A8 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2590 mm |
