2005 Audi S4 vs. 1974 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 897 kg more than 1974 Triumph Toledo. 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 S4 (410 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1974 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | S4 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
