1989 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, both 1989 Audi 100 and 1989 Toyota Lexcen were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Lexcen 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 1989 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100, 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, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100. 1989 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 100 | 1989 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 100 | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2460 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |