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 2,370 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (81 HP @ 4400 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 25 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, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
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 | 2370 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 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 |
