1980 Audi 100 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 28 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (169 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1980 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 810 kg more than 1980 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 100 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
