1989 Audi V8 vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 8 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 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (123 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | V8 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3561 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
