1989 Audi 100 vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Echo is newer by 10 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 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Echo. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1999 Toyota Echo. 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, 1989 Audi 100 (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Echo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
