2008 Audi A4 vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
