1981 Audi 80 vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1976 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
