1980 Audi 80 vs. 1987 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 7 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. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 316 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 1987 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1987 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Audi | Venturi |
| Model | 80 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
