1986 Audi 80 vs. 1995 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1995 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 554 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1995 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (160 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1995 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
