2006 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1980 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 A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
