2008 Audi A5 vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1970 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A5 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
