1989 Audi 200 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1989 Audi 200 is newer by 10 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (180 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 200 weights approximately 634 kg more than 1979 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, 1989 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
