1989 Audi Coupe vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 23 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1989 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 920 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi Coupe. (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi Coupe. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1989 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Audi Coupe | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Coupe | Sienna |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |