1989 Audi 80 vs. 2004 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2004 Toyota Caldina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Caldina (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 225 kg more than 1989 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Caldina (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80. 2004 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 2004 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
