1989 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 20 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 134 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |
