2005 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1994 Toyota Starlet. 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 A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1994 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2310 mm |
