1980 Audi 80 vs. 1999 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1999 Toyota Sienna is newer by 19 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Sienna (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 733 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.
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, 1999 Toyota Sienna (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1999 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
