1982 Audi 80 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 410 kg more than 1982 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
