1971 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 305 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
