2000 Audi A8 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 26 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP) has 270 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 975 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2380 mm |
