1998 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 879 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Audi A6 (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A6 | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Sera |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |