1980 Audi 80 vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Tercel (62 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1978 Toyota Tercel (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Tercel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi 80 | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 80 | Tercel |
Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |