1980 Audi 80 vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 22 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 80 (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life 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, 2002 Honda Life 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, 1980 Audi 80 (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Life |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
