1978 Audi 100 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Audi 100 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
