2000 Audi TT vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (170 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi TT weights approximately 440 kg more than 1978 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 TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2380 mm |
