1983 Audi 80 vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 795 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.
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 Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa 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 Previa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
