1984 Audi Quattro vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1984 Audi Quattro. (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1310 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 Sequoia. 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 Sequoia (543 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro. 2010 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Quattro | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 2606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2027 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3099 mm |
