2006 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (162 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1857 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |