2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1980 Audi 4000
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (165 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 4000.
Because 1980 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 4000 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (248 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 1980 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Tacoma | 4000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2550 mm |
