1998 Audi A6 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Audi A6 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
