1988 Audi V8 vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 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 V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | V8 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
