1980 Audi Sport vs. 2005 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2005 Toyota Soarer 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 730 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Soarer. 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, 2005 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport. 2005 Toyota Soarer 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 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2005 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | Sport | Soarer |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |