1975 Audi 80 vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 430 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.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | 80 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
