1989 Audi 200 vs. 1996 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1996 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 370 kg more than 1989 Audi 200.
Because 1996 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 200. (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 1996 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
