1985 Audi 100 vs. 2002 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2002 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 17 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (158 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 530 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, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2002 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
