1976 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 33 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100. 2009 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1976 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1976 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Audi 100 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 100 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |