1981 Audi 80 vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1996 Toyota Venture is newer by 15 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Venture weights approximately 150 kg more than 1981 Audi 80.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Venture. 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 80 | Venture |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |