1976 Audi 100 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 37 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 624 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100. 2013 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
