1991 Audi V8 vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi V8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 284 kg more than 1991 Audi V8.
Because 1991 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 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 V8 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | V8 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2789 mm |
