2006 Audi TT vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 295 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
