1987 Audi 80 vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 80 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
