1980 Audi 80 vs. 1999 Rover 25
To start off, 1999 Rover 25 is newer by 19 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 1999 Rover 25 are equipped with a 1,588 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 25 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 25 weights approximately 58 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, 1999 Rover 25 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi 80 | 1999 Rover 25 | |
Make | Audi | Rover |
Model | 80 | 25 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
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 | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |