1993 Audi Coupe vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 350 kg more than 1993 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi Coupe. (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi Coupe. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 1993 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1993 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi Coupe | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
