1981 Audi 80 vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry is newer by 6 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 2,507 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 350 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.
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, 1987 Toyota Camry (206 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
