1983 Audi 80 vs. 1978 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1983 Audi 80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Crown weights approximately 370 kg more than 1983 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Audi 80 | 1978 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 80 | Crown |
Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |