1970 Audi 100 vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Toyota Previa is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 590 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 2008 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |
