1989 Audi 90 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,308 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1989 Audi 90. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 163 kg more than 1989 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 90. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 90 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 90 | Caldina |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2308 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |