1975 Audi 80 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1975 Audi 80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 695 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 1972 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1972 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 80 | Impala |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3100 mm |
