2007 Audi A3 vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1976 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Mark II |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |