1985 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 20 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 149 kg more than 1985 Audi 100.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
