1995 Audi A8 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1995 Audi A8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A8 (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A8 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1974 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, 1995 Audi A8 (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A8 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
