1975 Audi 80 vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 510 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (377 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80. 2001 Toyota Verossa has automatic transmission and 1975 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1975 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Verossa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Verossa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
