1980 Audi 80 vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 810 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 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
