1980 Audi Sport vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 33 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1714 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport. 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Sport | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
