2009 Audi A5 vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A5 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
