1989 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100. 1996 Toyota Cresta 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. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
