1981 Audi 80 vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 23 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 426 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 2004 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (195 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
