2008 Audi R8 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 470 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 R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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 R8 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
