1985 Audi 100 vs. 1983 Toyota Camry

To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1983 Toyota Camry.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Audi 100 1983 Toyota Camry
Make Audi Toyota
Model 100 Camry
Year Released 1985 1983
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1986 cc 1832 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 143 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2610 mm


 

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