1990 Audi V8 vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter

To start off, 1990 Audi V8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1976 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Audi V8 1976 Toyota Sprinter
Make Audi Toyota
Model V8 Sprinter
Year Released 1990 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3562 cc 1588 cc
Horse Power 247 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 865 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2340 mm


 

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