1980 Audi 80 vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 30 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 820 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.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo 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, 2010 Tata Sumo 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, 2010 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Audi | Tata |
| Model | 80 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2425 mm |
