2008 Audi A6 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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 A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.

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2008 Audi A6 1982 Toyota Camry
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Camry
Year Released 2008 1982
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 178 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2610 mm