2007 Audi S8 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S8 | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |