1972 Audi Variant vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1988 Toyota Camry is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 110 kg more than 1972 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Toyota Camry (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Audi Variant | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Variant | Camry |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
