1986 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 20 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1986 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
