1980 Audi 80 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 80 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
