2007 Audi S3 vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Audi S3 is newer by 27 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S3 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S3 weights approximately 480 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, 2007 Audi S3 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S3 | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
