1990 Audi V8 vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi V8 | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | V8 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
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 | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |