2009 Audi A6 vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1831 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |