1987 Audi 90 vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 90 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 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 90 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 90. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 90 | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 90 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
