1989 Audi V8 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 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 121 more horse power than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1999 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi V8 | 1999 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | V8 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3561 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |