1986 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Toyota Camry | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Toyota | Audi |
Model | Camry | A8 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2992 mm |