1980 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1980 Audi 100. 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 100 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
