1989 Audi 100 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 14 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 220 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 (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
