1986 Toyota Century vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Century weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Audi A5.
Because 1986 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Century | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Century | A5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2751 mm |
