2002 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2002 Audi A4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Supra weights approximately 207 kg more than 2002 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota Supra 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 1990 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4, 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, 1990 Toyota Supra (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 1990 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Supra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
