2008 Audi R8 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
