1999 Audi TT vs. 1980 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (174 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Crown weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Audi TT.
Because 1980 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Audi TT (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1980 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | Crown |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
