1980 Audi 80 vs. 1980 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, both 1980 Audi 80 and 1980 Triumph Dolomite were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Triumph Dolomite (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1980 Triumph Dolomite.
Because 1980 Triumph Dolomite is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Triumph Dolomite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Audi 80 (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Triumph Dolomite. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi 80 | 1980 Triumph Dolomite | |
Make | Audi | Triumph |
Model | 80 | Dolomite |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 56 L |