1981 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 30 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 220 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 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 2011 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
