1980 Audi 80 vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 616 (79 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
