1980 Audi 80 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 27 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 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1203 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 80 | ML |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
