1990 Audi V8 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 23 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 44 kg more than 1990 Audi V8.
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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi V8. 2013 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi V8 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Audi V8 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | V8 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |