2008 Audi A6 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1974 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 A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
