1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1999 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 1999 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 19 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 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 20 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1999 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | Quattro | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
