1975 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1531 kg more than 1975 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 73 L |
