1991 Audi S2 vs. 2004 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2004 Toyota Solara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi S2 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Solara. (162 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi S2 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 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, 1991 Audi S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 2004 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S2 | Solara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
