1980 Audi 80 vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 1992 Mazda 626 is newer by 12 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 175 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, 1992 Mazda 626 (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
