2012 Audi A3 vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1976 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Audi A3 | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A3 | Mark II |
Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2590 mm |