2000 Audi S8 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 21 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1979 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 S8 (583 Nm) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
