2008 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (265 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
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, 2008 Audi A4 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
