1989 Audi Coupe vs. 1996 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1996 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 255 kg more than 1989 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Lexcen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi Coupe. (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi Coupe | 1996 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Coupe | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |