1980 Audi 100 vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1983 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 144 kg more than 1980 Audi 100.
Because 1983 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1983 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 100 | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2030 mm |
