1994 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 1994 Audi A8 and 1994 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1994 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 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, 1994 Audi A8 (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A8 | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |