1989 Audi V8 vs. 1992 Toyota Camry

To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Camry. (188 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1992 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 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 V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry. 1989 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1989 Audi V8 1992 Toyota Camry
Make Audi Toyota
Model V8 Camry
Year Released 1989 1992
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3562 cc 2958 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 251 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 9.6:1
Top Speed 232 km/hour 227 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.2 seconds 8.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1710 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 70 L