1989 Audi V8 vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 12 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 165 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2001 Toyota Condor. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor. 1989 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Condor 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | V8 | Condor |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1677 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
