1980 Audi Sport vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix is newer by 32 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 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Matrix. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2012 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Sport | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
