1982 Toyota Century vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1982 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Century | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Century | A6 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |
