2009 Audi A6 vs. 1989 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1989 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
