1980 Audi Sport 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 Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 785 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 Toyota Highlander (343 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Sport | Highlander |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 343 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |