1967 Audi Variant vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 968 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 1994 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant, 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Variant | 968 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 92 L |
