1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta

To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 480 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Audi Coupe 1996 Toyota Cresta
Make Audi Toyota
Model Coupe Cresta
Year Released 1984 1996
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 950 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2740 mm


 

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