2008 Audi A4 vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1983 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, 2008 Audi A4 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
