2007 Audi A8 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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 A8 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2590 mm |
