2004 Audi A8 vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 3,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1988 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Model F. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Model F |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3935 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2240 mm |
