1971 Audi 100 vs. 1987 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1987 Toyota Cressida is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Cressida (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 160 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Cressida is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Audi 100 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Cressida. (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1987 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
