1985 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 24 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, 1985 Audi 100 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 424 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, 1985 Audi 100 (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
