1980 Audi 80 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 25 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (64 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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, 1980 Audi 80 (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
