2007 Audi A8 vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 17 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 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 1034 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 2007 Audi A8 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, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Sera has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Sera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Sera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 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 | 12.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
