1993 Toyota Supra vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Supra. (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 389 kg more than 1993 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Supra | 2011 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Supra | S5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
