2009 Audi A6 vs. 1976 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1976 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 1976 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona. 1976 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Audi A6 1976 Toyota Corona
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Corona
Year Released 2009 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 221 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1825 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2510 mm