2008 Audi A5 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1979 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 A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A5 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
