1974 Triumph Toledo vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1974 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Triumph Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Toledo.
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1974 Triumph Toledo | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Triumph | Audi |
Model | Toledo | A8 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 6299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5137 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2992 mm |