1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 30 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 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 90 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Quattro | Prius |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
