2006 Audi A4 vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1977 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, 2006 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
