2002 Audi A8 vs. 1990 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. 2002 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A8 | 1990 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2290 mm |