2007 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Toyota Crown

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1970 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Toyota Crown 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 1970 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4, 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, 2007 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Audi A4 1970 Toyota Crown
Make Audi Toyota
Model A4 Crown
Year Released 2007 1970
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2253 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.8:1
Top Speed 238 km/hour 151 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L