2009 Audi A6 vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
