2005 Audi S4 vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 769 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Sera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 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, 2005 Audi S4 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | S4 | Sera |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |