1980 Audi 80 vs. 1990 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1990 Lamborghini LM is newer by 10 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 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1728 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 1990 Lamborghini LM 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, 1990 Lamborghini LM 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, 1990 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1990 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | 80 | LM |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 169 L |
