2009 Audi A8 vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 26 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 2,772 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 715 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, 2009 Audi A8 (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2772 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
