1991 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
