2005 Audi A2 vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Sera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Sera (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Sera weights approximately 11 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. 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, 1990 Toyota Sera (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Sera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A2 | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A2 | Sera |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |