2005 Audi S6 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Audi S6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S6 weights approximately 663 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 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, 2005 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S6 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
