2004 Audi A8 vs. 1977 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 776 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 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 A8 (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 1977 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
