1985 Audi 100 vs. 1995 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1995 Toyota Previa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Previa. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 385 kg more than 1985 Audi 100.
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, 1995 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1995 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
