1985 Audi 100 vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. 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 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
