1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1979 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Quattro | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2110 mm |
