1985 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1989 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1989 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 80 | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
