1997 Audi A8 vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1997 Audi A8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A8 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A8 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1978 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Audi A8 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A8 | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Mark II |
Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |