1989 Audi 100 vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2001 Toyota Solara is newer by 12 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, 2001 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Solara weights approximately 60 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 100 | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 100 | Solara |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |