1986 Audi 100 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
