1989 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100.
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, 1998 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
