1970 Audi Variant vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 43 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 544 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant, 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Audi Variant | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Variant | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3246 mm |