1989 Audi 100 vs. 2000 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2000 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 11 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2000 Toyota RAV4 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, 2000 Toyota RAV4 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2000 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
