1989 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 23 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 290 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.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
