1989 Audi V8 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 24 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 851 kg more than 1989 Audi V8. 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 2013 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | V8 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3221 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
