1980 Audi 80 vs. 2001 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avalon is newer by 21 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 709 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, 2001 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 2001 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
