1980 Audi 80 vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 29 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 404 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, 2009 Toyota Camry (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
