1986 Audi 100 vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2003 Toyota Solara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Solara weights approximately 225 kg more than 1986 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, 2003 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Solara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
