1999 Audi TT vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,830 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 90 kg more than 1988 Toyota Camry. 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, 1999 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Camry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1830 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
