2004 Audi A8 vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1975 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, 2004 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
