1980 Audi 80 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 1980 Audi 80 and 1980 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 958 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.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi 80 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 80 | G |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |