1989 Audi V8 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 17 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (235 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | V8 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3561 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
