1989 Audi 90 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 19 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1989 Audi 90. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 333 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 90. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 90 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2308 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3090 mm |
