1992 Toyota Supra vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Auris (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Supra. (104 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Supra weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Because 1992 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Toyota Supra (334 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (158 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Toyota Supra | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Supra | Auris |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 158 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |