2007 Audi S4 vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
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2007 Audi S4 | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S4 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |