2009 Audi R8 vs. 1987 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Century weights approximately 911 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Century. 1987 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1987 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | R8 | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
