1986 Audi 100 vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (138 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1979 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 100 (180 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
