1978 Audi 100 vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2001 Toyota Will is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Will (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Will weights approximately 335 kg more than 1978 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, 2001 Toyota Will (274 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 2001 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Will |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
