2008 Audi S4 vs. 1994 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Supra. (326 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 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, 1994 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 1994 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S4 | Supra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
