1985 Audi 100 vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 14 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1971 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, 1985 Audi 100 (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
