1994 Audi Coupe vs. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi Coupe (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 585 kg more than 1994 Audi Coupe.
Because 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi Coupe, 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, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi Coupe. (168 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi Coupe | 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Coupe | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
