2009 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
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2009 Audi A6 | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |