1987 Audi 90 vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Audi 90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 90 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 25 kg more than 1987 Audi 90.
Because 1987 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 90 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, 1987 Audi 90 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 90 | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 90 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
