1988 Audi 200 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 130 kg more than 1988 Audi 200.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 1988 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
