1980 Audi 80 vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 834 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Toyota Century (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi 80 | 1972 Toyota Century | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 80 | Century |
Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |