1989 Audi Coupe vs. 1999 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1999 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 170 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 1999 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota RAV4 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 Coupe (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi Coupe | 1999 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
