1980 Audi 80 vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 30 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1096 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 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
