1983 Audi 80 vs. 2005 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Toyota Crown is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Crown (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Crown weights approximately 690 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Crown (294 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
