2007 Audi A4 vs. 1980 Toyota Century

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Century weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.

Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Century.

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2007 Audi A4 1980 Toyota Century
Make Audi Toyota
Model A4 Century
Year Released 2007 1980
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 3375 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 252 HP 167 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1805 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2870 mm