2008 Audi A5 vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Sera. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Sera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 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 A5 (440 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A5 | Sera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| 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 | 349 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
