1980 Audi 80 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 25 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 307 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 80 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
