1988 Audi 80 vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 80 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ.
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, 2012 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | iQ |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1364 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 | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2000 mm |
