2008 Audi A4 vs. 1986 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Tercel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1986 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
