2009 Audi A4 vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 1980 Toyota Cressida 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 Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, 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, 2009 Audi A4 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
