1985 Audi 80 vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 27 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP) has 210 more horse power than 1985 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 80.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 80. 2012 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1985 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1985 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 80 | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 269 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
