1978 Audi 100 vs. 1982 Audi 80
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 80 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1982 Audi 80.
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, 1982 Audi 80 (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1982 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
