1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 1995 Porsche 965 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 965 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 965. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Quattro | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | Quattro | 965 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 356 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |