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, 1970 Toyota Crown (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1970 Toyota Crown.
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 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 113 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.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | Crown |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |