1996 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter

To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1970 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, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Audi A6 1970 Toyota Sprinter
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Sprinter
Year Released 1996 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2771 cc 1166 cc
Horse Power 191 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 66 mm
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 755 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2340 mm


 

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