2004 Audi A6 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 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 (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 844 kg more than 1979 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 1979 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.

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2004 Audi A6 1979 Toyota Corolla
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Corolla
Year Released 2004 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 1166 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 248 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 876 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2380 mm