1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 411 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Quattro (285 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (224 Nm). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Quattro | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Quattro | Highlander |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1701 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |