1984 Toyota Cressida vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1984 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Cressida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Cressida | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Cressida | R8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1267 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2649 mm |
