1975 Audi 80 vs. 1996 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1996 Venturi Coupe is newer by 21 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 235 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, 1996 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 1996 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1996 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Venturi |
| Model | 80 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
