2005 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 27 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1978 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
