1980 Audi 80 vs. 1982 Audi 100
To start off, 1982 Audi 100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. Both 1980 Audi 80 and 1982 Audi 100 are equipped with a 1,588 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 100 weights approximately 138 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.
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, 1982 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1982 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 80 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
