1987 Audi 80 vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 23 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 686 kg more than 1987 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1987 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1987 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |
