1971 Audi 100 vs. 1981 Audi 80
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1981 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
