1983 Audi 80 vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Echo (115 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Audi 80 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo.
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, 2005 Toyota Echo (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Echo 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 Echo | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Echo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
