1976 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 479 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100, 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
