1991 Audi 100 vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1991 Audi 100 (264 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
