2005 Audi A4 vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1986 Toyota Camry. 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, 2005 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1784 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
