2004 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Toyota Crown

To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 381 kg more than 1970 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 1970 Toyota Crown
Make Audi Toyota
Model A4 Crown
Year Released 2004 1970
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2983 cc 2253 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 8.8:1
Top Speed 231 km/hour 151 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1671 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L