1985 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1996 Toyota Venture is newer by 11 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 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Venture weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 100 | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 100 | Venture |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |