2009 Audi A6 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
