1984 Audi 80 vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1984 Audi 80 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (73 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 80 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Because 1971 Toyota Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Toyota Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Audi 80 (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi 80 | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 80 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |