1975 Audi 100 vs. 1975 Audi 80
To start off, both 1975 Audi 100 and 1975 Audi 80 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 100 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1975 Audi 80.
Because 1975 Audi 80 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 1975 Audi 80. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 100, 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, 1975 Audi 80 (163 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 100 | 1975 Audi 80 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | 100 | 80 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 163 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |