2002 Audi A8 vs. 1983 Toyota Century
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1983 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Century |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
