2001 Audi A3 vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2001 Audi A3 is newer by 23 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A3 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
