1986 Audi 80 vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 20 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 80 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 460 kg more than 1986 Audi 80.
Because 1986 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (173 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
