2009 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1970 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, 2009 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
