1984 Audi 90 vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 90 | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
