2000 Audi A8 vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Sera. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1992 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, 2000 Audi A8 (300 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Sera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
