1980 Audi 100 vs. 1975 Audi 80
To start off, 1980 Audi 100 is newer by 5 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. Both 1980 Audi 100 and 1975 Audi 80 are equipped with a 1,588 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 100 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Audi 80 (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 100 | 1975 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
