1981 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1981 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
