1980 Audi Sport vs. 1980 Toyota Corona

To start off, both 1980 Audi Sport and 1980 Toyota Corona were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 152 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.

Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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 Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona. 1980 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Audi Sport 1980 Toyota Corona
Make Audi Toyota
Model Sport Corona
Year Released 1980 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2133 cc 2366 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1152 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2530 mm


 

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