1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 32 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro. 2012 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Quattro has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Quattro | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Quattro | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |