1970 Audi Variant vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 260 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Variant | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3710 mm |
