1975 Audi 80 vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 36 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 473 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2011 Mazda Premacy (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
