1981 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Toyota Century
To start off, 1985 Toyota Century is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Century weights approximately 610 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 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, 1985 Toyota Century (290 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80. 1985 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1981 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1985 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Century |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
