1996 Audi A3 vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 49 kg more than 1996 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A3 | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Mark II |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |