1983 Audi 80 vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 25 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Auris (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 315 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, 1983 Audi 80 (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Auris |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
