1984 Audi Quattro vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Audi Quattro. (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 323 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro. 2010 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1984 Audi Quattro has manual transmission. 1984 Audi Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Quattro | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2819 mm |
