2008 Audi A8 vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown. 2008 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
