2004 Audi A6 vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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 A6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
