1980 Audi 4000 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1980 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 4000.
Because 1980 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 4000 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 4000 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 4000 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |
