1979 Audi 100 vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1988 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,830 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 140 kg more than 1979 Audi 100. 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 (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1830 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
