2007 Audi A6 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A6 1975 Toyota Corolla
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Corolla
Year Released 2007 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 1406 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 430 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 114 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 955 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2410 mm


 

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