2005 Audi S4 vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S4 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
