1980 Audi Sport vs. 2005 Lexus GX
To start off, 2005 Lexus GX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GX. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GX weights approximately 1214 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
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, 2005 Lexus GX (434 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport. 2005 Lexus GX 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. 2005 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2005 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | Sport | GX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |
