1981 Audi 100 vs. 2003 Toyota Will

To start off, 2003 Toyota Will is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Will is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Will (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Will weights approximately 350 kg more than 1981 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Will 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, 2003 Toyota Will (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100. 2003 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1981 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Audi 100 2003 Toyota Will
Make Audi Toyota
Model 100 Will
Year Released 1981 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1588 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 85 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 124 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 91.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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