2002 Audi S3 vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Audi S3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,831 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S3 weights approximately 428 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 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, 2002 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S3 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1831 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
