1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 370 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Highlander. 2011 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1990 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi Coupe | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Coupe | Highlander |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |