1977 Audi 100 vs. 1997 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1997 Toyota Previa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 460 kg more than 1977 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1997 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1997 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
