1989 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1998 Toyota Sienna 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 385 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.
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 Sienna (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100. 1998 Toyota Sienna 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. 1998 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |
