1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC is newer by 20 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 78 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC. 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 2000 Saturn SC. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | Quattro | SC |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
